Cycle 1
Health 2025-07-09 · Fire 2025-07-09
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Kittanning, PA
Snu Armstrong Co Memorial Hosp
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 2 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
One Nolte Drive, Kittanning, PA
(724) 543-8458
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
1 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
17
Certified beds
Average residents
11
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1993-02-23
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
2.61
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
2.97
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.04
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
6.93
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
33%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
32%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 86.5% |
68.9%
17.6 pts better
|
81.7%
4.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 10.5% |
9.8%
0.7 pts worse
|
12.0%
1.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.0% |
1.5%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 89.7% |
68.7%
21 pts better
|
79.7%
10 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 27.5% |
23.1%
4.4 pts worse
|
23.9%
3.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-09-19 · Fire 2024-09-19
13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (6 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (5 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-10-19 · Fire 2023-10-19
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2025-09-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
K908 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.
Corrected 2025-09-04
C · Minimal harm
2025-07-09
E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Corrected 2025-09-04
C · Minimal harm
2025-07-09
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-09-04
C · Minimal harm
2025-07-09
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-09-04
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-11-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-11-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Corrected 2024-11-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-11-24
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K111 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.
Corrected 2024-11-24
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Corrected 2024-11-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2024-11-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-11-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2024-11-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2024-11-24
C · Minimal harm
2024-09-19
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-11-24
C · Minimal harm
2024-09-19
K908 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.
Corrected 2024-11-24
B · Minimal harm
2024-09-19
K912 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Corrected 2024-11-24
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2023-12-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K111 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.
Corrected 2023-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2023-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2023-12-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
K908 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.
Corrected 2023-12-01
C · Minimal harm
2023-10-19
K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Corrected 2023-12-01
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-08-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-09
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-08-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F622 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F851 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F867 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F868 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected 2024-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-19
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-11-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2023-11-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2023-11-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2023-11-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-11-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-11-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-19
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-11-30
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Pennsylvania Mountains Care Network
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Brice, Todd
Corporate Director · Individual
Creely, Hillary
Corporate Director · Individual
Davis, Wendell
Corporate Director · Individual
Drozdiak, Russell
Corporate Director · Individual
Geraci, Nichole
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Geraci, Nichole
Corporate Officer · Individual
Kovalchick, Nathan
Corporate Director · Individual
Krauland, Mary
Corporate Director · Individual
Kuzneski, Laurie
Corporate Director · Individual
Lubold, Christina
Corporate Director · Individual
Martin, James
Corporate Director · Individual
Pennsylvania Mountains Care Network
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Price, T Michael
Corporate Director · Individual
Roberts, Frank
Corporate Director · Individual
Shaffer, Chad
Corporate Director · Individual
Simpson, T
Corporate Director · Individual
Stapleton, Rebecca
Corporate Director · Individual
Wolfe, Stephen
Corporate Director · Individual
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